Director of Finance

About Habitat 

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga Area (HFHGC) is an ecumenical Christian non-profit organization focused on housing solutions and neighborhood revitalization that benefits families and individuals in Chattanooga through home repairs, new construction and other direct services. 

Description

The Director of Finance is responsible for the oversight and management of financial, accounting, and human resources records and processes. The Director also develops and maintains professional relationships with banking, legal, insurance and other specialty service providers.

Job Summary 

  • Conducts all financial and banking business of the affiliate, establishing relationships, creating/managing all bank accounts, establishing credit lines, managing vendor payables, preparing vendor and payroll disbursements, supervising cash reserves, and maintaining all bank accounts (and banking relationships) and their reconciliations

  • Leads in the preparation, implementation, and control processes of the fiscal year budget

  • Serves as the affiliate’s primary contact regarding the annual financial audit and works closely with the auditing team in order to expedite the process

  • Conducts analysis of financial data and prepares various financial reports and statements in an

    efficient and timely manner

  • Performs or provides oversight for tasks related to processing/maintenance of financial records

  • Complete all compliance reports and payments to all taxing and regulatory authorities including, but not limited to, sales tax, payroll taxes, and other federal, state and local taxes

  • Establishes and maintains professional relationships with insurance providers, ensuring proper insurance protection for the affiliate as well as the staff with regard to employee benefits

  • Assists all staff members as required by providing necessary financial information in the application process for various grants, financial awards, business processes, or otherwise

  • Performs human resource functions and is responsible for the security of all payroll records and benefits administration including filing 5500 and other related forms

  • Manages organizational assets, investments, and cash flow needs operationally and as Controller; ensures legal compliance in contracts and activities, reviewing as appropriate

  • Assists the CEO, Finance Committee and the Board of Directors with various projects as assigned

 Required Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related

  • Strong business understanding with ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity

  • At least four years of supervisory experience in a supervisory/management position

  • Intermediate to advanced experience with MS Office Suite with focus on Excel

  • Experience with data entry and databases

  • Excellent interpersonal communication and team building skills

  • Ability to prioritize and work independently; self-starter and self-motivator; proactive

  • Solid background in applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

  • Background check and drug screen required

Qualifications Preferred 

  • Nonprofit experience preferred; CPA desired

  • Experience with Sage 50 preferred

  • Experience in working with volunteers strongly preferred 

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, and/or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.  

Salary range begins at $65,000 with full benefits.

Interested candidates should email cover letter and resume to director@habichatt.org